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Exercise may help breast cancer survivors manage weight
October 17, 2025The research explores unexpected hormonal effects of physical activity on appetite control. Read More >

UBC’s seed2STEM honoured with City of Vancouver’s Leadership in Reconciliation Award
October 16, 2025The seed2STEM summer program is creating culturally safe pathways for Indigenous high school students to participate in STEM research. Read More >

Emerging UBC Medicine researchers receive 2025 Health Research BC Trainee Awards
October 15, 2025Researchers are addressing key health topics including youth mental health, stroke recovery and more. Read More >

UBC Medicine researchers awarded more than $1.3 million from CFI for innovative research infrastructure
October 10, 2025Projects will drive discovery and innovation in key areas like cancer, brain health and genomics. Read More >

RSV hits infants under six months hardest, driving nearly half of hospital costs
October 9, 2025As Canada rolls out new tools to prevent RSV in children, new UBC research highlights importance of protecting the most vulnerable. Read More >

UBC researchers lead national project to strengthen access to abortion care
October 6, 2025UBC researchers are working with partner organizations nationwide to address barriers for underserved communities. Read More >

UBC expands two health profession programs to Vancouver Island
October 6, 2025People on Vancouver Island can now train closer to home for careers in physical therapy and speech-language pathology with the expansion of UBC’s programs to Vancouver Island.   Read More >

UBC-developed enzymes power first human test of universal donor organs
October 3, 2025The successful transplantation test marks a major step toward more compatible, accessible organ donations. Read More >

What parents need to know about school vaccinations
October 1, 2025UBC Medicine experts share insights and tips to help school-aged kids ace their immunizations. Read More >

Dr. Nika Shakiba named Canada Gairdner Early Career Investigator
September 29, 2025Dr. Shakiba is recognized for her work advancing stem cell-derived therapies and biomanufacturing. Read More >